Garrett shows he's smarter than the system
John Clayton, ESPN.comJason Garrett has the credentials to become a fine head coach, but he probably made the right decision to stay in Dallas for more seasoning, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | January 18, 2008Raiders have eyes set on return to Super Bowl
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Raiders kept the core of their team together in an attempt to make another run at the Super Bowl.
Story | Conversation | August 06, 2003Peterson holds Gonzalez to one catch
John Clayton, ESPN.comOne key to the game for the 49ers was Julian Peterson's play against Tony Gonzalez.
Story | Conversation | November 10, 2002Elite QB play is good business for NFL
John Clayton, ESPN.comTired of seemingly bogus roughing-the-passer calls? Well, don't expect them to go away, writes John Clayton in his latest mailbag.
Story | Conversation | October 07, 2009Ravens, Patriots bracing for shootout?
John Clayton, ESPN.comNew England-Baltimore figures to be a low-scoring defensive struggle, right? Not exactly. Both teams have been emphasizing offense so far this season, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | October 01, 2009A glaring oversight overhead
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his latest mailbag, John Clayton examines the problems looming for the Cowboys' stadium scoreboard, whether the Colts have improved their defensive line and one NFL record that might never be broken.
Story | Conversation | August 31, 2009Taking another pass with the Wildcat
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Wildcat offense isn't going away, but expect to see teams throw more from the formation this season, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | July 02, 2009Top drafters have staying power
John Clayton, ESPN.comOzzie Newsome and Bill Belichick are among the best at finding talent in the draft, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | April 15, 2009Undermanned Titans remain focused, confident
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Titans will be without their two best defensive players against Pittsburgh, but they're going to concede the AFC's No. 1 seed without a fight, writes John Clayton.
Story | Conversation | December 18, 2008If Steelers' D passes Titanic test, it approaches greatness
John Clayton, ESPN.comThis season's Steelers defense conjures memories of the Steel Curtain of the '70s. Where does it rank historically? John Clayton considers that, plus your questions.
Story | Conversation | December 17, 2008Staying put might be in Cassel's best interest
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe Patriots would be wise to re-sign QB Matt Cassel, and Cassel would probably be wise to stay, John Clayton writes in this edition of his mailbag.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2008Linehan, Kiffin firings likely only the beginning
John Clayton, ESPN.comIn his weekly mailbag, John Clayton tackles questions on the Lions, Roy Williams' future in Dallas, the Redskins' offense and more.
Story | Conversation | October 01, 2008Even without Brady, Pats-Colts ranks as the best modern rivalry
John Clayton, ESPN.comThree of the five best rivalries in the NFL today renew this weekend, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | September 11, 2008This deal is a downer for Favre
John Clayton, ESPN.comThe deal sending Brett Favre to the Jets isn't a good one for the legendary quarterback, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | August 06, 2008Time for Bengals to heal themselves, excise Johnson
John Clayton, ESPN.comChad Johnson's "ailment" just emphasizes how much the Bengals need to rid themselves of the tantrum-prone receiver, John Clayton writes.
Story | Conversation | June 12, 2008